Unbridled with Walter “Jimmy” Lee
Wednesday, August 10 2016
By Lisa Engel
Walter J. Lee is a USEF “R” rated judge and an internationally renowned hunter judge, trainer and breeder who’s held in highest regard by his industry peers. As owner and trainer of seven AHSA Grand Hunter Champions … [Read more]
- Published in General
Show Jumper Brian Walker Answers Your Questions
Monday, August 08 2016
Brian Walker, a dual Canadian and American citizen, has trained, worked and ridden alongside the best in the world over the last 25 years. As a junior, Brian won the Maclay Medal Equitation Championship in 2001. Brian has made a … [Read more]
- Published in General
Canadian Rider Lizzie Gingras Chases Her Dreams
Sunday, August 07 2016
By Cat Allen
First thing every morning, in a beautifully polished farm fit for Olympic equine and equestrian athletes alike, you’ll likely find 34-year-old Lizzie Gingras, sixth-ranked Canadian in the FEI Longines Jumping Rankings, administering treats to her horses. “Every … [Read more]
- Published in General
Sissie Anderton: Building the Brownland Farm Legacy
Sunday, August 07 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
Brownland Farm owes its place in the horse world to “Sissie” — born Margaret Brown — Anderton. During her childhood in Franklin, Tennessee, she set her sights on an equestrian career although her family specialized … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Jen Verharen Is Part of the Dream Team
Sunday, August 07 2016
By Mandy Alexander
To say Jen Verharen is living her dream would be an understatement. The lifelong Pony Club rider has joined the Dressage Foundation’s International Dream Program as a chaperone. Jen will travel to Europe with the young … [Read more]
- Published in General
Refocusing and Reducing Anxiety While Showing
Friday, August 05 2016
By Margie Sugarman
Margie Sugarman is a leading board-certified psychotherapist and sports consultant based in New York. Margie’s desire is to enhance performance through the connection between the mind and body, and her current client list includes Olympic, professional and … [Read more]
- Published in General
Discussing Dressage with Shannon Peters
Thursday, August 04 2016
Shannon Peters is a U.S. Dressage Federation bronze, silver and gold medalist, and three-time National Championship competitor. She loves bringing young horses up through the levels, and competes regularly both in Southern California CDIs and other top shows. Shannon … [Read more]
- Published in General
The Olympics: Dreams of Glory
Wednesday, August 03 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
Almost every young rider dreams about riding in the Olympics. Growing up horse-crazy they enjoy their equines and indulge in equestrian passions, whether they ride for pleasure or for prizes. And they continue to … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Equestrian Destination: Atherton, California
Tuesday, August 02 2016
By Britney Anderson
Prestigious enough to be known simply as “Menlo” in the horse world, the Menlo Charity Horse Show is not only one of the select USEF Heritage Competitions but one that continues to raise considerable funds for deserving … [Read more]
- Published in General, Sidelines Feature
Sharn Wordley: Talent, Determination & Dedication
Friday, July 29 2016
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By Lauren R. Giannini
Sharn Wordley loves horses. He’s endowed with equestrian genes from his Australian mother, Della, and grandmother, Margaret Wordley — one of the first female jumper riders in Australia and trainer of the horses in … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature